Some things to avoid when you maintain a diesel watch

Extreme temperature can critically alter the timekeeping performance of a watch. Avoid exposing your diesel watch to temperatures above60°C/140 °Fand below0 °C/32 °F, such temperatures can be detrimental to any watch.


Magnets can cause your watch to run slow, fast or completely stop. Mechanical watches should not be exposed to anything containing a magnet as it will prevent your watch from working properly.

Be aware of and avoid placing your watch near subtle permanent magnets like those found in computers, speakers, refrigerator hook magnets, and yes, even cell phones.

Over time a watch’s repeated indirect exposure to magnetism creates an increasing effect that alters its performance. Simply bring your watch to a Swiss Repair specialized expert to demagnetize it in a matter of minutes. If the watch is severely magnetized, we will recommend that complete maintenance of the movement be performed.

Unexpected impacts or shocks to your watch may result in possible damage to the case, crystal, internal components: dial, hands and movement, as well as void your warranty. Such inopportune events may prevent the watch from functioning as desired and it will more than likely require service.

Often your watch may not have any visible indications of shock, however, if you suspect that it is not operating properly allow one of Swiss Repair’s expert watchmakers to diagnose and assess the cause and appropriate course of action to restore the watch’s function.

Avoid consistent contact with chemicals such as cosmetics, fragrances, detergents, solvents, etc., as prolonged exposure may damage the case, gaskets, leather strap and or bracelet of your watch.